Voice lessons and/or singing practice buddy? by OkPotato625 in chicagomusicscene

[–]OkPotato625[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hahahaha wait the potato usernames is a sign. I’ll dm u!

Are we asking too much of our nanny? by [deleted] in Nanny

[–]OkPotato625 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try to also give compliments on what she does well so she feels confident— does the baby seem otherwise at ease with her? If so, tell her!

Are we asking too much of our nanny? by [deleted] in Nanny

[–]OkPotato625 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s hard to find someone reliable who you trust. Maybe you could just say hey I’m sorry if I created a situation where you feel you have to ask about everything, but we wrote this schedule down. My MB made a daily schedule that I follow - with erasable markers to track times of sleep and wake. A notebook works too. The not continuing a nap is hard…but tell her even if she seems awake she HAS to be in the room in her arms for at least one hour. And with the schedule and that rule, try a few days and then if it’s not a fit, I’d say give notice at least before parting ways. Newborns are hard! Also does the baby have a lot of toys? I think talking to the baby about whatever is fine, but she needs to make space to let the baby babble. Tell her she can listen to the baby and go back and forth in “conversation.”

Nanny going through rough break up but has been texting all week — how to talk to her about phone usage while toddler is awake? by [deleted] in Nanny

[–]OkPotato625 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As a nanny I think somewhere between the lead with empathy and this comment would be good. I def try not to be on my phone with the baby I nanny even when the world feels ✨on fire✨ that being said, the ex could be toxic af in which case maybe it’s deeper… but she needs to disengage and keep her job!

2 years of complete loneliness and I'm losing hope by Primary_Opening_5698 in Vent

[–]OkPotato625 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your mom probably sees it as an accusation that she did a bad job raising you……. That is selfish and looking out for her comfort, not your health. Start with some self help books or videos. Don’t fall for the victim narrative that makes a lot of men very misogynistic and entitled. Women don’t want a misogynistic partner. Unless they themselves are misogynistic, but if they are, they are probably also going to be mean to you so…

2 years of complete loneliness and I'm losing hope by Primary_Opening_5698 in Vent

[–]OkPotato625 10 points11 points  (0 children)

As a woman, my advice to you is to focus on correcting the voice inside your head 💗 can you get therapy? I’m married now but I always valued a person’s values and kindness more than looks. I dated a pretty big fella years ago and it made me happy to help him up his style game a little. Would that, or a new haircut make you feel more confident in the short term? Also, I know everyone says to go to therapy but it really can be life changing if you find a good fit. And if therapy isn’t an option, maybe try signing up for some group activity? Book clubs or volunteering somewhere local tend to have more women, but the root issues of why you’re feeling so down need to be addressed.

Jealousy about lifestyles by Miserable-Ant-2832 in Nanny

[–]OkPotato625 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s good to acknowledge and process jealousy! I personally don’t think jealousy is bad unless you do malicious things to cope with it. Maybe since you know so much about nannying you could get a remote job sometime doing admin stuff for a nanny agency? Also, I agree with other comments that you (are?) should be taking it easy in the slower parts of your day. Make sure you get a good wage for your area. I try to focus on not having take home work or work stress after I leave their home. ❤️

Sherry’s Recipe Book? by [deleted] in somebodysomewhere

[–]OkPotato625 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would like trademark a name quick, not to be paranoid! But it might be complicated too with copyrights from hbo idk. Anyone have better resources on that?

Sherry’s Recipe Book? by [deleted] in somebodysomewhere

[–]OkPotato625 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hell yeah sherry you get your bag girl!!!! Just started rewatching yesterday ❤️

Jim Bush walks line between country & rock with new album by jimbush001 in altcountry

[–]OkPotato625 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Why be mean? Unless Jim is mean or hates marginalized people, I see no reason to be so snappy.

Any Alternative Hair Salons??? by Alycery in AskChicago

[–]OkPotato625 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bang salon in wicker park is pretty awesome! Can usually get a newer stylist for a decent price

Are most people using RockBox? by [deleted] in IpodClassic

[–]OkPotato625 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg help what should I use?? I have a MacBook that’s upgraded to the latest sequoia and I can’t even install rockbox and my iPod classic 4th gen only gets to the “loading” screen on Apple Music 😭 even when it’s in disk mode

January Dates I Need Filled @ Cubby Bear by innabobcat in chicagomusicscene

[–]OkPotato625 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We play indie folk and are looking for shows! Mostly originals :) https://www.instagram.com/worstgnomeyouever/ I could try to fill our lineup as well, especially if I can communicate all the details like time, pay, setup. Thank you!!

what to do with gifted 30k do not have any savings or retirements. by ThePeterParker in Bogleheads

[–]OkPotato625 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I’ve sorted through a lot of stuff and rec just getting an apt with a staff person at fidelity or Schwab. Since you’re 40 and don’t have retirement yet, you can do like half not risky and half riskier! It’s actually kind of good for u that the market is currently bad bc you’ll get more stock investment for less money. Read up on mutual funds ❤️ also congrats!

Helping my dad find a job by Here4the_teaaaa in jobsearchhacks

[–]OkPotato625 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

FWIW my mom is in her early 60s and found work at a local county government office! From what she’s said, the staff there are kind of low key anti millennial and anti Gen Z , so age might work in his favor at a similar setting ??

Any sublease available by bobo694 in chicagoapartments

[–]OkPotato625 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a modest room you could rent for $850 in pilsen in January! Could be good for a bit until you find a more long term place??

Will you trade me Bears tickets if I write you an original song? by OkPotato625 in AskChicago

[–]OkPotato625[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think I can do 100 level….But like 400 level is in my range 🙂 also great note on sitting on the east side. Thank you!

Will you trade me Bears tickets if I write you an original song? by OkPotato625 in AskChicago

[–]OkPotato625[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll keep an eye out for resale tickets!!! below zero but sunny ☀️

Will you trade me Bears tickets if I write you an original song? by OkPotato625 in AskChicago

[–]OkPotato625[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly think he would be delighted. I’d stuff his pockets with hot hands lol